1985 Buick Electra vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 943 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Electra | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Electra | Charger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3050 mm |
